Note From the Editor – October 2024
Rene’ Barnett
October! Time to carve your… turnips? This month is rich with legends, lore, and symbolism, making it a spooky and fascinating time of year.
Of course, there’s the obvious one–Halloween- a biggie for us ghost hunters and mystery chasers. Many familiar and iconic images of the season come with it–witches, ghosts, black cats, and jack-o-lanterns. Behind that story is an old Irish legend from the 1700s.
In the 18th century, a man known as “Stingy Jack” allegedly tricked the devil (more than a few times!) and was doomed to wander the earth with only a single burning ember from hell to light his way. Jack carved out a turnip and placed the ember inside. This tale later evolved into the modern tradition of carving scary faces into pumpkins.
Your KGRAdb family wishes you and your family a Happy (and safe) Halloween… and if any of you decide to make a Turnip-o-Lantern, please send us a picture!!